Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. With a BMI (body mass index) of 38, I would also advise weight reduction and increasing cardiopulmonary endurance stamina apart from evaluating for idiopathic pulmonary hypertension. For the later diagnosis, the first step is to do a 2D echocardiography of the heart. If it does demonstrate pulmonary hypertension, then HRCT (high-resolution computed tomography) with a contrast of thorax. Of course, serum creatinine should be checked prior, and it should be normal.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It suggests grade 1 diastolic dysfunction. It is explainable by your obesity, as evidenced by your BMI - body mass index mentioned. I hope this helps. Please revert so I can assist you further.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed her reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It could be unstable angina or a myocardial infarction (MI). Please let me know her troponin I level. If it is repeatedly negative, a stress test is advisable.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The symptoms you described, such as pain, itching, and increased sensations, suggest the possibility of a keloid. For treatment, the primary approach involves local injections of steroid, specifically Triamcinolone. In cases where resistance is encountered, a combination of Triamcinolone and 5-Fluorouracil may be used. These injections are typically administered on a monthly basis, with the frequency adjusted based on the individual's response to the treatment.
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